Acts 19:34

"They brought Alexander out of the multitude, the Jews putting him forward. Alexander beckoned with his hand, and would have made a defense to the people."

Key Reflection

This passage highlights a moment of conflict in Ephesus where Alexander, likely a Christian, was brought before the crowd by the Jews. His willingness to defend himself symbolizes the courage and readiness of early believers to stand up for their faith, even in the face of opposition.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 34. But when they knew. When they perceived or ascertained. That he was a Jew. There was a general prejudice against the Jews. They were disposed to charge the whole difficulty on Jews-- esteeming Christians to be but a sect of the Jews. They were, therefore, indignant and excited, and indiscriminate in their wrath, and unwilling to listen to any defence. With one voice. Unitedly; in one continued shout and clamour. About the space of two hours. The day, from sunrise to sunset, among the Greeks and Romans, was divided into twelve equal parts, Joh 11:9. An hour, therefore, did not differ materially from an hour with us.

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